Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift

Position Overview

The facility is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for 12-hour night shifts (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM). This is a 13-week contract in Canon City, CO, with an anticipated start date of November 30, 2026.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• Approximately 4 days of on-call coverage per month (primarily Saturday–Monday), with a 1-hour response time
• Weekend and holiday coverage required
• No self-scheduling; you will be the sole therapist on night shift with a second therapist available on call
• No floating outside respiratory therapy; possible float within designated facilities in extreme circumstances

Required Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (AHA)
• ACLS (AHA)
• PALS
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• RRT or CRT (NBRC)
• Valid driver's license (must be submitted); 60-mile radius

Clinical Scope

You'll manage 10–30 treatments daily across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department settings. Patient populations include adults, pediatric, and neonatal cases. Key responsibilities include:

• Drawing ABGs and performing EKGs
• Managing ventilators and CPAP/BIPAP support
• Neonatal bubble CPAP experience required
• Assisting with intubations as needed

Support & Orientation

Department-specific orientation with preceptors available. Hospitalists are in-house. You must be in-state for the orientation week.

Contract Terms

• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• Up to 4 shifts may be canceled during the 13-week assignment